High Blood Pressure

Latest research findings about high blood pressure or hypertension from universities and research institutes.

Natural ways to lower systolic blood pressure

High systolic blood pressure, the top number in a blood pressure reading, measures the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats. A consistent...

How electrolytes affect your blood pressure and why it matters

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition where the force of blood against the walls of your arteries stays too high over time....

This blood pressure drug linked to higher skin cancer risk

In Australia, high blood pressure, or hypertension, is a widespread condition that affects more than a third of adults over the age of 18....

Common snack could cause dangerous high blood pressure

Licorice is a small shrub commonly grown in Greece, Turkey, and parts of Asia. Its roots have been used in both Eastern and Western medicine...

This common blood pressure drug linked to heart failure in women

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Bologna has highlighted potential risks associated with beta-blockers, a commonly prescribed medication for managing...

How space travel weakens the heart: New research reveals alarming effects of low gravity

Scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine have discovered that low gravity in space can weaken and disrupt the normal rhythm of heart muscle cells. In a...

Common high blood pressure drug may harm bowel health

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a widespread health issue that affects about one in ten adults. If not managed properly, it...

Common blood pressure drug could protect heart health, but with a dangerous risk

A comprehensive study spanning 17 years and involving over 730,000 people treated for high blood pressure has provided valuable insights into the safety of...

Understanding the side effects of blood pressure drugs for men

Managing high blood pressure is essential for maintaining heart health, especially for men who face unique challenges. While medications play a crucial role in...

Study finds a new drug for high blood pressure treatment

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has revealed promising results for a new medication called zilebesiran, which...